Food fact: Spicy Foods can help increase your metabolism.

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Do you like it hot?  So hot that your lips turn sultry red?  The next time you eat out you may want to add some hot sauce and hot peppers to your meal.  Not only does that satisfying burn give you that heightened flavor it also benefits your health especially if you are trying to lose weight.  Spicy foods are considered one of many foods that help increase your metabolism.

How does spicy foods boost my metabolism?
Capsaicin is the flame of the spices.  Studies have shown that the heat that becomes generated from this compound help your metabolism raise up to 8% more than your body would normally build on its own.  Capsaicin works as an appetite suppressant.


Spices/foods that help stimulate high metabolism.

1. Hot peppers
2. Hot mustard
3. Cinnamon
4. Cumin
5. Turmeric
6. Cloves
7. Curry Powder
8. Jalapeno Peppers
9. Chili Peppers
10. Chili Powder
11. Cavenne Peppers
12. Thai Peppers
13. Ginger
14. Garlic
15. Bell peppers
16. Tobasco

However, if you suffer from ulcers or heartburn, I suggest you limit your spices.

So, the next time you eat consider adding some fire to your meal!  If you can't tolerate the burn make sure you have that glass of water or milk handy.  Remember we are FABULOUS!